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Amerex - Production Assembler - Powder Mill

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Mcwaneinc logoMcwaneinc · Trussville, AL
Full-timeOn-site1mo ago
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About the role

The Production Assembler will use a variety of hand and power tools and fixtures to correctly assemble various fire extinguisher parts and pack according to specifications. This position regularly works 5:00 A.M. - 3:30 P.M. Monday through Thursday. Mandatory overtime on Fridays will be required.

Responsibilities

  • Learn to operate powder mills which includes operating PLC screens while running grinders and mixers with the correct ingredients from a blueprint to make powder for fire extinguishers.
  • Cleaning up using industrial style vacuum and hoses, shoveling material into buckets or drums/ moving unloading railcars into a bucket elevator/screw auger under ground making sure material goes to the correct silo for storage of raw materials.
  • Operating forklift to get the correct materials down from racks to set up and operate the powder mills
  • Must be mechanically inclined using standard tools and some power tools/ open minded and willing to learn and progress in a manufacturing environment.
  • Utilize hand tools or machines to assemble parts.
  • Clean and maintain work area and equipment, including tools.
  • Read and decipher schematics, blueprints, and assembly instructions.
  • Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with company work and safety rules, policies, procedures, and work instructions.
  • Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
  • Demonstrate manual dexterity - the ability to precisely assemble parts/assemblies on fast paced production line.
  • Comprehend and follow blueprints, work instructions, EHS, and job procedures, JSA's, and applicable paperwork.
  • No phone inquiries accepted - you will be contacted if selected for an interview. Please bring a valid state issued ID with photo if interview is scheduled.
  • At least eighteen (18) years of age and eligible to work in the United States.
  • Able to pass a post offer drug test, background check, and fitness review.
  • Demonstrate high attention to detail and self-motivation skills
  • Willing to train, work, and rotate through all department work stations and work in other departments as needed.
  • Capable of working in seasonal high temperatures and humidity (conditioned air environment).
  • Physical Requirements
  • Frequent lifting of materials and product up to 50 lbs.
  • Capable of standing/walking and performing light physical labor uninterrupted for periods of up to three (3) hour intervals.
  • Frequently bend, stoop, push, and reach during the shift.
  • Frequently stand, walk, climb ladders, and reach with hands and arms.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  • Occasionally required to sit, climb, and balance.
  • Working Conditions
  • All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
  • Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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